Kontron VX305C-40G SBC now aligned with SOSA snapshot 3

Kontron has upgraded its VX305C-40G 3U OpenVPX single-board computer (SBC) to align with SOSA technical standard snapshot 3. This is part of a pair of mid-life updates, the other being to its VX305H-40G SBC. “This important update replaces the mini-SATA solid-state drive with a faster and larger capacity NVMe SSD, said the company. “In addition, ...

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eSIM ICs for M2M comms

STMicroelectronics’ has started selling one of its machine-to-machine communication ST4SIM embedded SIM ICs through its e-store. Prior to this, ST4SIM parts were only available to selected customers. “Mass-market availability now lets developers everywhere leverage secure and flexible cellular connectivity in more applications than ever, including independent M2M development, proof-of-concept, and prototype projects,” said ST marketing ...

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CAN-controlled power distribution box for vehicles and industry

Würth Elektronik has created a smart CAN-bus controlled power distribution box, with multiple analogue and digital inputs for measurement. Called CAN Box 8FR6, it is a system building block for vehicle, industrial and commercial uses that includes has various diagnostic options and is supported by two software tools: WEcontrol Designer and WE Flasher – more ...

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Fully-sealed miniature micro switches shun water and dust

Omron has announced two fully-sealed miniature micro switches for applications exposed to water spray or high levels of dust. They are intended for vending machines, smart meters, electric vehicle charging stations, security systems, air conditioning equipment and white goods. Type D2GW (see photo) is 8.3 x 6.5 x 5.3mm, sealed to IP67 and can operate up ...

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Farnell signs IGS

Farnell has signed a distribution agreement with Intelligent Group Solutions (IGS) to enhance its range of specialist LED lighting solutions. Farnell customers can now access optoelectronic products and LED lighting components offering visible white and coloured light, infra-red and ultraviolet (UV) light from Intelligent LED Solutions (ILS), a division of IGS. ILS is a leading ...

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Imagination publishes U.K. chip growth strategy

Imagination Technologies today published its innovation manifesto, titled “The UK’s Innovation Future”. It sets out a series of recommendations for a more innovative UK based on a clear overarching vision, targeted investment and incentives, and government working effectively in partnership with business. The manifesto notes growing recognition among policymakers of the strategic importance of semiconductors, and ...

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Renesas extends Lab on the Cloud

Renesas has expanded its Lab on the Cloud environment to simplify the configuration and testing process and speed time to market. The cloud-connected lab is enhanced with with new advanced GUI features and new design parameters that create a more engaging and ergonomic user experience, and offer designers greater configuration flexibility.   Lab on the ...

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ASIC IP platform for gathering and processing video and data at the edge.

Sondrel has created a quad core ASIC IP platform for remote gathering and processing of video and data at the Edge with secure onwards transmission of the results. The resulting, single channel ASICs can be arrayed together to form scalable processing solutions and additional features can be added in a modular fashion. Applications include smart ...

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Infineon adds to 1.2kV IGBT totem pole modules

Infineon has added four current ratings to its EconoDual 3 portfolio of 1.2kV dual IGBT modules. Rated at 300, 450, 600 and 900A (see table below) the transistor pair inside the modules is connected in a high and low-side totem pole half bridge. “New chip dimensions enable optimisation of the module layout to reduce switching ...

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